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Course Descriptions

Avionics Maintenance Theory I

AVC313

Study of avionics communication and navigation, focusing on the theoretical concepts and maintenance of High Frequency (HF), Very High Frequency (VHF), and Ultra High Frequency (UHF) communication and navigation systems as well as audio integration systems used on aircraft. Emphasis on the subjects covered in the Federal Communications Commission General Radio Telephone Operators Examination. System analysis includes historical, modern, and future contexts. 3 Credits (3 Lecture)
Prerequisite(s): AVC311 or AVI230 and AVI335. Corequisite(s): AVC314. Fall Only.

Avionics Maintenance Applications I

AVC314

Application of avionics communication and navigation principles, focusing on the High Frequency (HF), Very High Frequency (VHF), and Ultra High Frequency (UHF) communication and navigation systems as well as audio integration systems used on aircraft. Emphasis on the subjects covered in the Federal Communications Commission General Radio Telephone Operators Examination. Concentration on emerging technologies in both general and commercial aircraft. 1 Credit (0 Lecture - 3 Lab)
Prerequisite(s): AVC311 or AVI230 and AVI335. Corequisite(s): AVC313. Fall Only.

Human Factors in Aviation Technology

AVC320

Study in the causes of human error and how that error impacts safety issues in the aviation maintenance department. Analysis includes relationships between management, pilots, and other flight crews; resource management plans; common errors; risk management; and technology advancements that have lead to error reduction. Case studies identify critical points in aviation incidents and accidents. Emphasis on developing a personal and organizational safety culture. 3 Credits (3 Lecture)
Prerequisite(s): ENL201 or ENL121. (Science, Technology and Society)

Senior Project Proposal

AVC493

Application of knowledge gained in the Aviation Maintenance Technology major, resulting in a proposal with accompanying documentation. Discussion and research may include topics such as cost effectiveness, aircraft and avionics maintenance, aircraft overhaul, and the effect of outside entities on the aviation industry. Designed to promote assimilation of knowledge gained from prior course work and an understanding of how that knowledge applies to the aviation maintenance professional. 1 Credit (1 Lecture)
Corequisite(s): AVC320. Fall Only.

Senior Project

AVC496

Application of knowledge gained in the Aviation Maintenance Technology program as it pertains to the aviation maintenance professional. Topics for discussion and research include, but are not limited to, cost effectiveness, maintaining aircraft and avionics, aircraft overhaul, and the effect of outside entities on the aviation industry. Completion requirements include a major project with appropriate industry-required documentation. 3 Credits (3 Lecture)
Prerequisite(s): AVC327 and AVC328 and AVC329 or AVC313 and AVC314. (Writing Enriched) Spring Only.

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